There are also a lot of laws around drugs because it is an offense to be in possession of an illegal drug.

Youth Law Australia states that the penalty for the offence depends on what drug you have and the amount you are carrying.

“The most common type of drug offence is possession of a small amount of marijuana. People convicted of this offence are usually, but not always, fined. If the police catch you with a large amount of drugs, you could face up to 25 years in prison,” states the explainer.

You can also be arrested for carrying paraphernalia like a bong or scales, which can lead to a two-year prison sentence in Queensland.

“A person does not have to own the drug to be in possession of it, or even want to take it to be in possession. For example, if you are holding drugs for a friend, you may still be charged with possession,” says Youth Law Australia.

The information above is specific to Queensland as most Schoolies celebrations happen on the Gold Coast. For more information visit the Youth Law Australia website.